Dhara - Mori, Uttarkashi
Dhara is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 215 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Jhotadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhara is 040193. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.4 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Rohadoo is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Dhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhara
According to the 2011 Census, Dhara village had a total population of 114 people, including 62 males and 52 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 839 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.05%, with male literacy at 91.84% and female literacy at 69.57%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 114 | 62 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 45 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 17 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Dhara
Dhara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dhara
Dhara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rohadoo to Dhara is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Dhara is about 215 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhara
Where is Dhara located?
Dhara village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhara is Jhotadi.
What is the pincode of Dhara?
The pincode of Dhara is 249128.
What is the population of Dhara?
Dhara had a total population of 114, including 62 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Dhara?
Dhara had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhara was 81.05%. Male literacy was 91.84% and female literacy was 69.57%.